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Synonyms & Antonyms of anxiety
1
an uneasy state of mind usually over the possibility of an anticipated misfortune or trouble
- Dorothy's anxiety about her brother's operation kept her awake all night
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2
the emotion experienced in the presence or threat of danger
- the newly discovered virus is creating considerable anxiety in the public at large
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The first known use of anxiety was in the 15th century
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